Exmark RADIUS Operation Manual page 38

Maintenance
Figure 27
Cleaning the Foam and Paper Elements:
Foam Element:
Wash the foam element with water.
Important: Replace the foam element if it is
torn or worn.
Paper Element:
1. Lightly tap the element on a flat surface to remove
dust and dirt.
2. Inspect the element for tears, an oily film, and
damage to the seal.
Important: Do not clean the paper element
with pressurized air or liquids, such as
solvent, gas, or kerosene. Replace the paper
element if it is damaged or cannot be cleaned
thoroughly.
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Figure 28
708cc Engine
Servicing the Air Cleaner–Kohler
Engine
Service Interval: Before each use or
daily—Check the air
cleaner for dirty, loose or
damaged parts.
Every 25 hours—Service
or replace the air cleaner
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This engine is equipped with a replaceable, high
density paper air cleaner element. Check the air
cleaner daily or before starting the engine. Check for
a buildup of dirt and debris around the air cleaner
system. Keep this area clean. Also, check for loose or
damaged components. Replace all bent or damaged
air cleaner components.
Note: Operating the engine with loose or damaged
air cleaner components could allow unfiltered air into
the engine, causing premature wear and failure.
Note: Service the air cleaner more often under
extremely dusty, dirty conditions.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage the
2. Remove the cover to access the air cleaner
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precleaner (more often
under extremely dusty,
dirty conditions)(Kohler
engine).
Every 50 hours—Service
the air cleaner paper
element (more often
under extremely dusty,
dirty conditions)(Kohler
engine).
Every 100 hours—Replace
the air cleaner paper
element (more often
under extremely dusty,
dirty conditions)(Kohler
engine).
blade control switch, move the motion control
levers to the brake position, stop the engine,
remove the key, and wait until all moving parts
stop before leaving the operating position.
element (see Figure 29).